Your vessel is greater than 100 GRT and carries more than 12 passengers. In addition to the deck officer in the pilothouse, where should there be an additional crew member on watch?

Correct Answer: Option D — in or near the pilothouse

46 CFR 185.410 requires that on vessels greater than 100 GRT carrying more than 12 passengers, an additional crew member must be stationed in or near the pilothouse. This ensures immediate assistance is available to the deck officer on watch, enhancing situational awareness and response capabilities during navigation.